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This is the time of the year when everyone is making New Year Resolutions. If health-related goals are in your repertoire, why not focus on the following skin-related resolutions for 2023? They will help you look and feel your best the whole year through.    1. Adopt a simple skincare routine that includes sunscreen every day. If yours is complex with many products and steps, you might drop it by the wayside before long. You are more likely to stick to it if the procedures are simple, less costly, and involve fewer products.  2. Never go to bed with your makeup … Continue reading “Skincare resolutions for 2023”

You may have heard that varicose veins and other venous diseases tend to get worse in winter. If you have these conditions, you may have experienced it for yourself. There is a truth to this. Because people tend to stay indoors more during winter, the lack of physical activity negatively affects the veins, causing poor circulation and more pain and discomfort. Veins are also easier to treat in winter. It enables more time to get ready for the leg-bearing season in summer and makes it easier to wear compression stockings, which may feel too hot and stifling in summer. Board-Certified … Continue reading “Laser therapy for venous diseases”

Laser treatments are a safe and effective way to rejuvenate the skin by resolving issues such as fine lines and wrinkles, uneven tone, sun damage, and acne scars. First, you should consult a dermatologist to determine which treatment is best for you. Here are some steps for you to prepare for your laser session: Discuss your aesthetic goals with the provider – The doctor will examine your skin and identify the areas that need treatment. You will be asked about your goals and desires for the therapy. Review your medical history – Discussing any medical issues that you currently have … Continue reading “Preparing for your laser skin treatment”

Another year is drawing to a close. Do you want to give yourself a treat to celebrate all your hard work and achievements over the year? Why not rejuvenate your skin with some laser treatment? After all, you can face Year 2023 with beautiful, glowing skin and more confidence. Winter is the best season for laser skin therapies as it gives you plenty of time to look your best for summer. Start immediately, so that your skin has time to heal and show the results. It is also important to protect your skin from direct sunlight post-laser therapy. Sunburns also … Continue reading “Refresh your skin for the New Year with lasers!”

Laser technologies have come a long way since they were introduced in the fifties and gained popularity in the medical field in the sixties. Now they are a standard treatment in many areas of medical science, including dermatology. Some of the skin issues which lasers can successfully address are: Rough skin texture Fine lines and wrinkles Sun damage Irregular pigmentation Lax skin Scars, including acne scars Spider and varicose veins Vascular lesions (red spots, birthmarks, and rosacea) Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Amanda Lloyd of Skin and Vein Institute in Encinitas, California, utilizes a suite of non-invasive laser treatments to address skin … Continue reading “Rejuvenate your skin with laser therapy”

Halloween is probably an event that you had waited for the whole year. Donning your costume and putting on your makeup (the scarier and more garish, the better) are probably activities you may have planned for months. But did you realize that the dramatic makeup you use on this day can give your skin nightmares for a long time to come? Special Halloween makeup can damage the skin as they contain more artificial dyes, perfumes, oils, and chemicals than regular makeup. If you are sensitive to any of these materials, you may end up with an allergic reaction or an … Continue reading “Don’t let Halloween makeup ruin your skin”

The skin is generally a good indicator that the Fall season is upon us. Dry and itchy skin that feels tight and irritated is a sign that we are heading into the colder months, leaving the warm Summer season behind. But if you consider Fall a good time to prepare for the colder Winter months while repairing Summer skin damage, your skin will thank you profusely. Here are some tips to keep your skin healthy and nourished: Switch to a more hydrating moisturizer. As humidity drops during the colder months, our skin gets dry and tight. Your regular moisturizer may … Continue reading “Fall into your skincare routine”

At the Skin and Vein Institute, we see patients with complaints about their skin appearance and health daily. We understand that daily putting your best face forward is vital to adult men and women. When the unwanted signs of aging begin to show, including the formation of fine lines and wrinkles and the dulling of the skin’s texture and tone, we can help! Patients looking for fractional skin resurfacing with laser treatments “near me” in Encinitas, California, are welcome to consult our team to learn more about laser skin resurfacing services. How Does Laser Skin Resurfacing Work? Laser skin resurfacing … Continue reading “Enjoy Fractional Skin Resurfacing with Laser Technology”

Our skin shows some of the most visible signs of aging. After all, the skin is our largest organ and one of the most visible indicators of our overall health. As we approach autumn, now is an excellent opportunity to assess your skin and promote healthier habits that will help to maintain and protect it! Skin Care for Healthy Aging 1. Be gentle with your skin. As we age, our skin thins and becomes more prone to dehydration and damage. You can protect your skin and stay ahead of problems by embracing a gentle skin care regimen. 2. Examine your … Continue reading “September is healthy aging month!”

September has arrived, and we can hardly believe it! Fall is one of our favorite seasons, and even though it still feels like summer, we’re getting into the holiday spirit! Fall is an excellent time to start a skin rejuvenation program to meet the skin issues you’ve been ignoring during the lazy days of summer and the hectic days of back-to-school/life. How about brightening sun-damaged areas with a series of Clear and Brilliant Laser Treatments? Or how about treating diffuse facial redness and broken blood vessels with our extremely popular Red Stop Relief – Excel V laser treatment? How about … Continue reading “It’s time to face fall!”